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Header & Footer

Add custom headers and footers to PDF documents. Include dynamic page numbers, dates, and branding with 100% private local browser processing.

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About This Tool

The Header & Footer tool is essential for giving your PDF documents a polished, professional look. Whether you need to add a company name to every page, include a confidentiality notice, or insert dynamic page numbering, this tool provides the precision you need.

Our editor allows you to place text in three distinct zones (left, center, and right) within both the header and footer areas. You can customize the font style, size, and color to match your document's branding. It also supports advanced formatting, such as different content for odd and even pages—a standard requirement for professional book and report publishing.

Secure Local Editing: We prioritize your document's integrity. All header and footer data is injected locally within your browser. Since your files are never uploaded to a remote server, your sensitive business data and intellectual property remain entirely private.

How to Use

  1. Upload Your PDF

    Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select the document.

  2. Configure Header/Footer

    Enter text for header and footer areas. Add page numbers, dates, or custom text.

  3. Apply and Download

    Click Apply to add headers/footers and download your updated PDF.

Use Cases

Business Documents

Add company name and page numbers to professional documents.

Legal Documents

Include case numbers, dates, and page references in legal filings.

Academic Papers

Add running headers with paper title and author name.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add a different header to the first page?

Yes, our tool allows you to exclude the header and footer from the first page, which is perfect for maintaining a clean, professional cover page.

Will the headers overlap my existing content?

You can adjust the margin settings within the tool to ensure your new headers and footers are placed in the document margins, avoiding any overlap with your text or images.

Does it support dynamic page counts like "Page 1 of 10"?

Absolutely. You can use dynamic fields to automatically calculate the current page number and the total page count for accurate document referencing.

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